Marvin Bowden

1931 - 2016

Marvin Bowden obituary, 1931-2016, Magna, UT

Marvin Bowden

1931 - 2016

BORN

1931

DIED

2016

Marvin Bowden Obituary

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Marvin R. Bowden
1931 ~ 2016
Marvin Rawson Bowden passed away May 10, 2016 in Ferron, UT. He was born August 10, 1931 in Salt Lake City to George Clarence and Sara Ann Rawson Bowden. He married Elva LaVina Robinson July 23, 1951; their marriage was later sealed in the LDS Logan Temple September 13, 1962.
Marvin graduated from Cyprus High School and worked 20 years at the Kennecott Smelter and then 30 years building as a general contractor. He served in many church callings including councilor in the bishopric, Bishop, and councilor in the Stake Presidency, missions with his wife, Elva to Kenya Africa, the Bishop's Store House, Ordinance work in the Manti Temple for 5 years, and many other auxiliary and Priesthood callings. He loved hunting and fishing, and serving his family was his number one priority. He is survived by his wife; children, Guy and Karen Bowden, Gil and Heidi Bowden, Sherrie Bowden, Gary and Jennifer Bowden, and Grant and Rosemary Bowden; brother, Lawry Bowden; 20 grandchildren and 60 great grandchildren. Preceded in death by parents; and siblings, Clare, Betty Davidson, Marjean Clarke, Vay Beagley, Dick, and Marsha.
Funeral services will be held 12 p.m. Saturday, May 21, 2016 at the Lake Ridge 9th, 7825 W. Sharon Dr. (3340 S.), where a viewing will be held Saturday 10-11:45 a.m. prior to services. Interment: Valley View Memorial Park. Online condolences: www.peelfuneralhome.com

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Bev Taylor

May 19, 2016

Elva & family, so very sorry to hear of the passing of this sweet man! He was our neighbor, friend, bishop & Johns boss in concrete for a time! What an amazing family!
You were examples to all.
Bev & John Taylor

May 18, 2016

Great memories YES, Marv always out fished me. I admitted it then and now. Brillant man, I adored his compassion. Elva you are the strongest woman in the world. Thanks to all especially Marvin when he directed my children, myself and of course Elva in building our garage. Aaa funniest moments I ever saw. Greatest Man and family I have had the honor of knowing. Bless all of you. Be strong
Marcia Bowden

May 16, 2016

May God rest his soul.
I remember Marvin from high school.
My very best to the family.
Bill Patsuris Saratoga,Ca.

DeAnne Worwood Garcia

May 16, 2016

Gil, Heidi and Bowden Family; I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that you are remembered in my thoughts and prayers.

May 15, 2016

Dear Elva, Such good memories of you and Marv. I'm so glad that I was able to know you, if only briefly. You are choice people. I wish you and your family peace and comfort.
Delores Simons

gary bryant

May 13, 2016

our family will never forget "bowden" who was our friend and brother in the gospel - you are missed !

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